Manchester City’s head coach is nearing the conclusion of his remarkable spell at the club, but how familiar are you with the squads he has guided over the years?

It’s time for a quiz!

Pep Guardiola stands among football’s managerial greats, boasting an extraordinary collection of trophies. Beginning his coaching career with Barcelona B, he has since managed three major clubs – Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City – each spell defined by style, innovation, and silverware.

Of course, that’s common knowledge for any football fan. But today’s challenge is all about his trusted lieutenants. You have eight minutes to name his 20 most-used players at each club. Ready to begin?

Tackling a tactical puzzle on Pep Guardiola’s methods means thinking like a strategist – one who understands inverted full-backs, positional discipline, and complete spatial control. Having journeyed through his managerial evolution from Catalonia to Manchester, it’s time to measure your insight with a new set of tests – designed, once again, in partnership with Kwizly.

Let’s start with football’s master creators and unbreakable defenders. Given Guardiola’s devotion to elite passers, it’s the perfect moment to test your memory by naming every player with 50+ Premier League assists. Once you’ve honoured the creative minds, switch focus to those who protect the goalposts and see if you can name every winner of the Premier League Golden Glove.

Next up, show your footballing knowledge by trying to identify 100 players based on their career journeys – from one-club legends to globe-trotting professionals. After that, travel back to the thrilling knockout days of the 2000s and attempt to name every FA Cup-winning XI of that decade. Whether it’s powerhouse line-ups or unforgettable underdog triumphs, let’s see if your memory can still deliver world-class performances across eras.

To ease the pace after that intense session, unwind with FourFourTwo’s Weekend Crossword 53, a unique puzzle celebrating football icons – from Golden Balls to Golden Boots and Golden Boys. Stay ahead of the game by subscribing to our newsletter for daily trivia and in-depth football analysis straight to your inbox. And if you want to cement your status as a true terrace hero, join The Club – our free membership platform that acts as your virtual dugout. Membership gives you access to exclusive hints for our toughest quizzes, tracks your global leaderboard position, and lets you join the conversation with fellow fans.

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